Preparation:

1. Fry the finely chopped onion in olive oil/vegan ghee.

2. When the onion becomes translucent, add the garlic, also finely chopped.

3. Add the spices:

(i) a teaspoon of ginger powder,

(ii) a teaspoon of cumin seeds or cumin powder,

(iii) a teaspoon of turmeric powder,

(iv) a teaspoon of garam masala powder,

(v) a pinch of salt (optional black pepper),

(vi) chili flakes (optional, and to taste),

(vii) and a tablespoon of Kashmiri chili powder (optional).

4. Stir in the spices, the onion and the garlic (30 seconds).

5. Stir in the tomato sauce/pure 1-2 minutes.

6. Stir in the red kidney beans 1 minute.

7. Add the water, and simmer at medium heat 10 minutes or more, until it has the desired consistency (keep adding water if needed).

8. Stir in finely chopped coriander 2-3 minutes and maybe vegan cooking cream.